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The Christian Citizen, ABHMS receive armful of communications awards at latest RCC annual conference
VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 05/01/2025)—American Baptist Home Mission Societies (ABHMS) and its publishing ministry The Christian Citizen were honored with a total of five DeRose-Hinkhouse Memorial Awards from the Religion Communicators Council (RCC) at its annual conference in Salt Lake City, Utah. The awards were presented April 24 during a banquet held on the first evening of the three-day gathering.
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Devastating loss: ABHMS calls for prayers and support for Rainy Mountain Kiowa Indian Baptist Church
VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 03/17/2025)—American Baptist Home Mission Societies (ABHMS) has mobilized a One Great Hour of Sharing (OGHS) appeal to aid the Rainy Mountain Kiowa Indian Baptist Church congregation and community in Southwest Oklahoma. On March 14, high winds downed a power pole, sparking flames that rapidly fanned into a roaring wildfire, destroying the primary church building.
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ABHMS calls for prayers and support for Kentucky, other areas of Ohio Valley
VALLEY FORGE, PA (ABNS 02/20/2025)—In response to devastating floods that have inundated Kentucky, West Virginia, and other parts of the Ohio River Valley, American Baptist Home Mission Societies (ABHMS) has launched a One Great Hour of Sharing (OGHS) appeal to raise much-needed funds to aid victims of this natural disaster. To date, 14 lives have been lost, an untold number remain missing, and thousands have been displaced from their homes, according to officials.
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The Deportation of U.S. Veterans
Rocky, a United States military veteran, describes his ordeal of being deported to Mexico, where he knew no one and possessed nothing, following his release from prison. He eventually received assistance from the Unified U.S. Deported Veterans Resource Center in Tijuana (www.uusdepvets.org), where he currently resides. Years of attempting to return to the States have remained fruitless.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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Haitian History and Heritage–ABHMS Center for Continuous Learning
Discover the culture and history of Haiti and the people of this island. Designed for U.S.-born Haitian Americans, Haitian refugees and immigrants, and anyone seeking to learn about the country’s history and current realities. For individuals and small groups; asynchronous. Enroll for Free!
INSTRUCTORS: Nyya Toussaint, Older Azard, Sarah Smith
COST: Free
DATE/TIME: AsynchronousClick on event title for more information and to register.
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Listen to Your Life–ABHMS Center for Continuous Learning
Discern where God is calling you now in this facilitated experience. Between the opening and closing sessions, move at your own pace through videos, handouts, activities, music, and movement for personal reflection.
FACILITATOR/COACH: Jennifer Sanborn, ABHMS national coordinator for Learning Initiatives
COST: $75
DATE: June 5, 2025 (opening session) and Sept. 4, 2025 (closing session)
TIME: 7-8:30 p.m. EDT | 4-:30 p.m. PDTClick on event title for more information and to register.
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Chosen Generations: Ministry with Older Adults–ABHMS Center for Continuous Learning
Join us for Session 3—”The Holy Work of Death and Dying”—of this 6-session series exploring practical and spiritual topics for elders.
INSTRUCTOR: Rev. Dr. Cody Sanders
COST: $50 for the entire series
DATE: Fri., May 9, 2025
TIME: Noon-1:30 p.m. EDT | 9-10:30 a.m. PDTClick on event title for more information and to register.
